WEEKEND HANDPAN RETREAT in Devon
Handpan Academy Bristol · BS2
11 June 2027 – 14 June 2027
£495
Music, Workshop
Residential immersion weekend filled with handpan music, jamming, learning, and connecting with the community surrounded by apple trees, meadows and horses!
Hosted by Amy Naylor and Marketa.
This is the second edition of our weekend retreat - we will focus on jamming, playing together and being playful and confident in free flow playing!
Dates & Location:
Beautiful farm near Tiverton, Devon (EX16 8LS)
Arrival: Friday June 11th 5pm - 6pm
Departure: Monday June 14th by 10am
What to expect:
~ intimate event - max 15 participants
~ morning & evening handpan sessions with Amy & Marketa
~ guided jams
~ breath work session
~ sound journey
~ evening concert / open mic
~ free flow music
~ fully catered weekend (breakfast, lunch & dinner - all home cooked, vegetarian)
~ everyone is invited to pitch their tents in the farm orchard, park their camper van on site or book with one of the many local b&b nearby (Tiverton)
What you will learn:
~ Deeper understanding of handpan music
~ New grooves, melodies and techniques
~ How to jam and play with others
Plus:
~ Have space to practice & get 1-1 guidance
~ Connect & jam with the handpan community
~ Intimate concert by Amy Naylor and Marketa
~ Open mic
Who is this for?
This event is open to everyone who already has a basic understanding of playing the handpan. Ideally, you already own a handpan to bring along, but please get in touch if you'd like to borrow a D Kurd (sessions will be mainly D Kurd focussed, but there will also be time and space to explore your own scale). All levels of ability are welcome and will be honoured, whether you are just starting on your handpan journey or you've already been playing for a long time.
Included in the price:
All handpan sessions
Breath work & sound healing sessions
Concert
Guided jams
Breakfasts, Lunches, Afternoon Teas & Dinners
Accommodation in own tents / vans. If you'd like to stay in a B&B nearby, please book your stay separately.
Detailed programme to be confirmed!